On January 5, 2025, Emma Jeanne Tatum, a 5’8″ female weighing 137 pounds with brown hair and hazel eyes, was arrested by the Gillespie County Sheriff’s Office in Texas. She faces a charge of possession of a controlled substance in Penalty Group 2, with an amount between 4 and 400 grams.
This charge, under Texas Health and Safety Code § 481.116, addresses the possession of a controlled substance classified under Penalty Group 2 in quantities between 4 grams and 400 grams. Penalty Group 2 includes substances that have a high potential for abuse and limited medical use, such as certain hallucinogens (e.g., ecstasy/MDMA, THC concentrates, psilocybin mushrooms, and mescaline).
Possessing between 4 and 400 grams of a Penalty Group 2 substance is classified as a second-degree felony in Texas. The specific range indicates the weight of the substance, including any adulterants or dilutants mixed with it.
A conviction for this offense carries severe legal penalties:
- Prison Sentence: 2 to 20 years in a Texas Department of Criminal Justice facility.
- Fines: Up to $10,000.
- Probation: The court may impose probation instead of a prison sentence for eligible defendants, often with strict conditions such as drug counseling, community service, and regular drug testing.
- Driver’s License Suspension: A conviction can result in a mandatory suspension of driving privileges for up to 6 months.
Beyond the legal penalties, a conviction may also have long-term consequences, including difficulty securing employment, housing, or educational opportunities due to the presence of a felony on one’s criminal record.
Charges Below:
Booking Date: 01/05/25 City: San Marcos, Texas
Hair: Brown Eyes: Hazel Weight: 137 Height: 5'08" Gender: Female
| Title | Type | Bond |
| POSS CS PG 2 >= 4G < 400G | $ |